The Nightly – “Beckham Drama Breakdown & Glambot Gripes”
Date: January 31, 2026
Hosts: Sophia (B), Josh (A)
Overview
This cozy “pillow fort” edition of The Nightly with hosts Sophia and Josh dives into two of the week’s most perplexing pop culture dramas: the ongoing rift between Brooklyn Beckham and his famous parents, and the surprising backlash surrounding the “Glambot” guy from red carpet fame. With gentle banter and a signature sleepy energy, the hosts break down internet rumors, fact-check TikTok blurbs, and add their own warm takes on the messier side of celebrity life.
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Key Topics & Insights
1. Catching Up & Setting the Vibe (00:31–03:05)
- Sophia describes losing her voice after an overwhelming but fun night out at a local lesbian party (“I got very socially overwhelmed…then I kind of got back to my friend, and I was like, now I'm safe, is how I felt.” – Sophia, 01:36).
- Josh gives an update about moderating Q&As for the British comedy show Taskmaster in Philly, D.C., and NYC, reflecting on the joy of these unique opportunities.
2. Quick Detour: IU Football Underdog Story (03:05–06:57)
- Listener letter asks about Indiana University (IU)’s shock win at the college football national championship—Josh outlines why this is culturally refreshing, highlighting quarterback Fernando Mendoza.
- Sophia confesses she’s out of the loop (“…I don’t know who Fernando Mendoza is, but I’m, of course, extremely excited for everyone who this is important to.” – Sophia, 04:29).
- Both appreciate how NCAA athletes can now benefit financially (name/image/likeness rules), seeing it as a positive leveling of the playing field.
3. Main Event 1: Beckham Family Drama Explained (07:19–15:40)
- Background:
- Brooklyn Beckham, son of David & Victoria (“Posh Spice”) Beckham, married actress Nicola Peltz.
- Alleged family rift is traced back to their wedding: Nicola was supposed to wear a wedding gown by Victoria Beckham, which fell through late and created tension.
- Conflicting Stories:
- Josh: “There’s been conflicting reports…from the parents side, they’re saying she was supposed to wear this dress. And then she bailed on us. From Brooklyn and Nicola, they're saying, oh no, the dress wasn't ready.” (08:54)
- Escalating Tension:
- Victoria allegedly danced “very sensually” with Brooklyn at the wedding’s first dance—now the internet’s running wild with Oedipal jokes.
- Josh and Sophia joke about classic in-law wedding stress (“…the mother who’s like, okay you just want to date your son.” – Sophia, 10:54).
- Brooklyn claims his parents care more about the “family brand” than actual relationships (“…the Beckham family brand feels more important to his parents than being a family…just, you know, signing over his name rights and likeness rights…not getting to spend a lot of quality time with his parents because they…are such big social figures and celebrity figures.” – Josh, 11:01)
- Recent Developments:
- Brooklyn and Nicola allegedly went public with their side; David and Victoria respond with a vague, love-filled statement.
- Sophia’s take: Siding slightly with Brooklyn and Nicola as outsiders facing a “classic” stressful in-law scenario, though PR and the parental Netflix doc make her sympathetic all around (13:58).
- Josh: “It is its own kind of stress to be the child of two massively famous public figures who want you to be a part of their professional life. Not just…I work for the family business, but being me is the family business.” (13:58)
Memorable Quote:
“The thought of your soon-to-be mother in law wanting to design your wedding dress and having to navigate how to like not do that...it sounds so stressful and so bad and scary both ways.” – Sophia (14:44)
4. Main Event 2: The Glambot Guy Red Carpet Backlash (15:54–22:19)
- Origin Story:
- “Glambot” is a slow-mo camera setup frequently used at red carpets; Cole Walliser is the recurring “Glambot guy.”
- Debacle started at Golden Globes: J.Lo films her Glambot moment, is labeled “not effusive enough” in interaction with Cole.
- Cole addresses it directly: “Some people are really chatty when they do this. But, like, she’s at work, and so I’m not gonna expect her to be overly friendly…” (17:53)
- New Drama Unfolds:
- Story intensifies when a woman, Yinka Animashan, reveals emails showing Cole was dismissive when she inquired about booking the Glambot for her wedding.
- He challenged her ability to afford it without being transparent: “I don't see how you could be confident that you can afford it, because I didn't say how much it was. And it…could be between $10,000 and a million dollars.” (19:10)
- Cole finally quotes her $300,000. Sophia guesses $200,000—nailed it! (“Feels so good to be right.” – Sophia, 19:52)
- Audience Reaction:
- Many online criticize Cole for attitude, gatekeeping, and lack of professionalism (“People are now on this guy’s butt, being like, dude, you’re just some guy…You’re not, like, the Greta Gerwig of Glambot–slow down, relax.” — Josh, 20:21)
- Hosts discuss how being a semi-public face makes even the least famous “famous” vulnerable: “People know who you are and know what you look like, but…it’s not like they’re, like, your fans…they’re not gonna necessarily…defend you.” — Sophia, 21:56
Notable Moment:
- Sophia is shocked at the price but less shocked by the online glee in “exposing” semi-famous figures’ missteps (“It’s just unprofessional to respond like that, obviously. It's so crazy.” — Sophia, 21:13)
Timestamps & Key Segments
- 00:31–03:05 — Personal catch-ups, setting the cozy tone.
- 03:05–06:57 — IU football underdog story and a brief sports and fairness discussion.
- 07:19–15:40 — Complete breakdown of the Beckham family wedding drama.
- 15:54–22:19 — The rise and fall of the Glambot Guy: red carpet etiquette, high-ticket weddings, and internet backlash.
Standout Quotes
- “It is its own kind of stress to be the child of two massively famous public figures who want you to be a part of their professional life. Not just…I work for the family business, but being me is the family business.” – Josh (13:58)
- “The thought of your soon-to-be mother in law wanting to design your wedding dress…sounds so stressful and so bad and scary both ways.” – Sophia (14:44)
- “You’re not, like, the Greta Gerwig of Glambot—slow down, relax.” – Josh (20:21)
- “It’s just unprofessional to respond like that, obviously. It's so crazy.” – Sophia (21:13)
Tone & Takeaways
Throughout the episode, Sophia and Josh maintain gentle, genuine curiosity and humor, making tangled celebrity gossip accessible even to non-tabloid fans. Their balanced approach—neither gleeful nor cynical—turns each “drama” into a gentle story about boundaries, expectations, and the internet’s appetite for taking sides. Perfect for unwinding and drifting off, but with enough wit and insight to catch you up for Monday watercooler chats.